| Identification | Back Directory | [Name]
NONYL FORMATE | [CAS]
5451-92-3 | [Synonyms]
NONYL FORMATE
nonyl methanoate
Azelaic acid ester
formic acid nonyl ester | [Molecular Formula]
C10H20O2 | [MDL Number]
MFCD00046148 | [MOL File]
5451-92-3.mol | [Molecular Weight]
172.26 |
| Chemical Properties | Back Directory | [Melting point ]
-34.1°C (estimate) | [Boiling point ]
202.6°C (estimate) | [density ]
0.8771 (estimate) | [refractive index ]
1.4114 (estimate) | [form ]
liquid | [color ]
Colorless |
| Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Uses]
Nonyl formate has been used in perfume compositions for its interesting effect in Oriental fragrance types, particularly in combination with Olibanum. It is occasionally used in Chypre types or as part of a topnote complex for Rose, Orris and Oriental fragrances. | [Synthesis]
Nonyl formate is prepared by azeotropic esterification of nNonanol with Formic acid. |
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